How to Choose the Right Suppliers for Your Wedding at Manor by the Lake

Choosing the right suppliers is one of the most important steps in the planning process for your wedding. With so many options available, it can feel overwhelming, but with some careful planning and trusted recommendations, we can guarantee you’ll find the right ones for you.

Before you start making enquiries, take time to define your vision. What atmosphere do you want to create? Are you after a relaxed, rustic celebration, or a more elegant and formal affair? Understanding your priorities, whether that’s photography, florals, entertainment or something else, will help you choose suppliers who align with your style and expectations.

Photography is one of the most personal and long-lasting investments you’ll make for your wedding. At Manor by the Lake, we work closely with experienced photographers who understand the venue’s layout and lighting:

• Dan Morris Photography – Known for storytelling and beautiful compositions.
  
• Phil Webb Photography – Captures genuine emotion and natural moments.
• Pedge Photography – A local favourite, with many Manor weddings under his belt.

Whether you’re planning a lively evening reception or a more intimate celebration, the right music makes all the difference.

Whether that be a dynamic live band (Tommy & The Fuse) with wide-ranging appeal or someone skilled at reading the room (Dancin’ Easy) and keeping the dance floor full.

For your ceremony music you can add elegance and warmth to your ceremony (Capriccio String Quartet or Angharad James – Harpist) through your music or ambience during drinks receptions or evening celebrations (The Wedding Saxophonist).

Our venue’s beautiful interiors and gardens are the perfect backdrop for bespoke décor and floral designs. From romantic florals (Kopend Creations and Wild & Co Flowers )and styling (Something Borrowed Event Hire), our space is completely yours.

Choosing the right hair and makeup team is essential to ensure you feel confident and relaxed on your big day. As well as finding an outfit or dress that makes you feel the best you’ve ever felt.

• Maria Lucas, Lauren Gosling and Margot & Lace – All come highly recommended and are familiar with wedding preparations at the Manor.
• Lavelle Bridal Couture – Offers a range of stunning gowns that reflect elegance and individuality.

Looking to entertain your guests in a way they’ll never forget? Why not op for taking a rabbit out of the hat with a magician. If you want something that doubles as a keepsake for guests a caricaturist is a great option to keep everyone entertained.

• The Gloucestershire Magician – Ideal for mingling during drinks and reception.
• Tony Marriott – Caricaturist – Adds humour and a personal keepsake for guests.

A wedding film can preserve the moments you might miss in real time. Gone are the days of just traditional photography, having a videographer (Too Moo Films) helps you relive your special day years down the line by creating a beautiful, cinematic wedding video.

There are a few behind-the-scenes suppliers that you may not think about straight away, but they’re just as important. Your cake maker being one of them! As well as the admin bits such as insurance for your wedding day.

• Cut Above Cake Company – Known for delicious, elegantly designed wedding cakes.
• Event Insurance Services – Offers tailored wedding insurance to give you peace of mind.

Before booking your suppliers, it’s important to make sure they work for you,  make sure to ask them questions such as:

• Have you worked at Manor by the Lake before?
• Can we see examples of your previous work?
• What’s included in your package and what’s extra?
• What is your backup plan if something goes wrong?
• Can you tailor your service to our theme and vision?

Choosing a supplier who understands your day and your expectations is key, and those who have worked regularly with Manor by the Lake will already be familiar with the venue’s flow, access and quirks.

Your suppliers play a huge role in shaping your wedding day experience. At Manor by the Lake, we’re proud to work with a network of outstanding professionals who we know and trust. These are people who consistently deliver excellence and share our commitment to making your day unforgettable.

For more information on any of our preferred suppliers, visit our wedding partners page or contact our team directly. We’re here to help make every detail of your wedding exceptional.

To speak to our wedding experts, call 01242 245 071 or get in touch online.